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BK55 VJC

2005 Mercedes-benz C

Black Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires15 Mar 2027
Tests22 (18 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

105,282 mi
Last recorded105,282 miles
Recorded on16 Mar 2026
Typical for 2005 Mercedes-benz C83,800 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBK55 VJC
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2005
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

18 pass 4 fail
Pass 16 Mar 2026 105,282 miles

Nearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 13 Mar 2025 89,606 miles
Pass 17 Aug 2024 88,001 miles
Fail 13 Aug 2024 87,996 miles

Nearside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 20 Mar 2023 87,080 miles
Fail 20 Mar 2023 87,080 miles

Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Pass 18 Mar 2022 85,646 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 23 Mar 2021 84,010 miles
Pass 11 Jun 2019 80,728 miles
Pass 15 Jun 2018 79,008 miles
Pass 16 Jun 2017 77,019 miles
Pass 9 Jun 2016 75,763 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2015 74,578 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 13 Jun 2014 73,269 miles
Pass 17 Jun 2013 71,771 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 22 May 2012 69,844 miles
Pass 15 Jun 2011 67,503 miles
Fail 9 Jun 2010 64,225 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high and too far to the right. (1.8)

Pass 9 Jun 2010 64,225 miles
Pass 17 Jun 2009 59,518 miles
Pass 5 Sep 2008 55,915 miles
Fail 5 Sep 2008 55,915 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Nearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

How Reliable is the Mercedes-benz C?

Based on 8,031,355 MOT tests across 683,668 vehicles.

77.6%
Pass Rate
6,412
Miles/Year
32
Year Lifespan
683,668
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 240,078
Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint 76,831
Track rod end ball joint has excessive play 67,503
Brake pipe excessively corroded 66,298
coil spring broken 61,560
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BK55 VJC is a 2005 Mercedes-benz C in Black with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.8%.

Across all 2005 Mercedes-benz C models, the average MOT pass rate is 73.3% with a typical mileage of 83,800 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Mercedes-benz C fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 240,078 recorded failures. If you're considering buying BK55 VJC, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Mercedes-benz C typically stays on UK roads for around 32 years. At 21 years old, this Mercedes-benz C is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was BK55 VJC registered?

BK55 VJC is a 2005 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 14 September 2005.

Is BK55 VJC safe to buy?

The MOT history for BK55 VJC shows 22 tests with a 81.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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